12 West 72 Street
Manhattan, NY 10023BBL 1-01124-0042Map
Owner of record: Oliver Cromwell Owners INC
12 West 72 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1927 in Manhattan, 10023. It has 152 residential units across 29 floors. The owner of record is Oliver Cromwell Owners INC. HPD has recorded 25 housing violations here, most recently on December 6, 2024. 3 of the 25 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 7 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 25
- DOB violations
- 75
- ECB violations
- 21
- HPD complaints
- 65
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 25
- BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 19b, 19th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 6, 2024 · Apt 19B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 19b, 19th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 6, 2024 · Apt 19B
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing consisting of a kick down door stopper installed at building entrance door
Apr 22, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 6; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 22a, 22nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 15, 2024 · Apt 22A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective light switch at east wall in the foyer located at apt 9a, 9th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 24, 2022 · Apt 9A
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective , in the entrance located at apt 9a, 9th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 24, 2022 · Apt 9A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 19b, 19th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 30, 2018 · Apt 19B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 19b, 19th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 30, 2018 · Apt 19B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling ,walls and trim in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 19b, 19th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 30, 2018 · Apt 19B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the south wall at master bedroom bathroom located at apt 22a lower level, 22nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at north
May 21, 2013 · Apt 22A
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the west wall in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 22a lower level, 22nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at north
May 21, 2013 · Apt 22A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom from north at west located at apt 22a lower level, 22nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at north
May 21, 2013 · Apt 22A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective ceiling light fixture in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 21b, 21st story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at north
Jan 21, 2012 · Apt 21B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and north wall in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 21b, 21st story, 2nd apartment from south at west , section at north
Jan 21, 2012 · Apt 21B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and walls in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 7, 2009 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 22, 2009 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct failure to provide to the department within 45 days of demand all records required to be maintained by owner
Jul 16, 2009 · Apt 18B
Open — Second no access to re-inspect violation - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west , 1st section from west at northwest
Sep 3, 2008 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective east wall switch and socket( electrical) in the kitchen located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 12, 2008 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Apr 24, 2008 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electrical light fixture at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Apr 24, 2008 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Apr 24, 2008 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west wall in closet east south room located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 4th apartment from east at south
Apr 24, 2008 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor kitchen 6 sty northeast apt 6d , section '' ''
Jul 7, 1995 · Apt 6D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets kitchen sink 6 sty northeast apt 6d , section '' ''
Jul 7, 1995 · Apt 6D
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 75
- Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2020)
Jun 20, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2019)
Jun 29, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 4, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 26, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 26, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 26, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 26, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 26, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 26, 2019
Dob violation - active - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test
Apr 5, 2019
Dob violation - active
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- Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2018)
Mar 18, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2017)
Mar 27, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2015)
Oct 15, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test
Sep 15, 2017
Dob violation - active - Facade safety program facade required
Fisp-facade safety program facade required
Feb 21, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2016)
Feb 16, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2015 inspection/test
Dec 1, 2016
Dob violation - active - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
Dob violation - active - Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2014
Sep 1, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2015)
Sep 1, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 24, 2015
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 11, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst
May 30, 2014
Dob violation - active - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst
May 30, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 16, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 16, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 16, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 13, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 13, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 13, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 13, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 13, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 8, 2012
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Facade facade optional
Unsafe report file
Feb 21, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 11, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 11, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 11, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 11, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 11, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Vcat1-elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Oct 8, 2010
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 3, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 3, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 3, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 3, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 3, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 25, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 25, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
Removal
Jun 25, 2009
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 25, 2009
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 21
- Class - 2
At time of inspection of a 29 story alteration i observed that the trees at exposure 1 sidewalk were not protected. this is contrary to ssp-105.00 and ssp-110.00 that shows the location of trees to be protected
Oct 8, 2024
Resolve - Class - 2
At the time of inspection, erected pipe scaffold around cupola did not conform to plan and plan missed site specific details. no facade operation nor use of supported scaffold allowed except for site maintenanc
Sep 28, 2023
Resolve - Class - 2
The owner of apartment 9a made a complaint about his own light switches not working in his apartment. at the time of my inspection apartment 9a hallway light is continuously illuminated with no means of shuttin
Jul 1, 2022
Resolve - Class - 1
Filed a certificate form,application etc containing a material false statement(s).at time of inspection i(rico jesus)filed a pw-2 permit application form containing a false statement on 11/20/19 at the construc
Nov 20, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to ensure each worker has successfully completed the required training under bc3321.1(permit holder)at the time of my inspection on an active jobsite,i observed(andres flores)at a building site for whic
Nov 20, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Owner/failure to ensure each worker has successfully completed the required training under bc3321.1.at the time of inspeciton on an active jobsite i observed(andres flores)at a building site for which a site sa
Nov 20, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Work does not conform to approved construction documents/cd5.at the time of inspection on an active jobsite i observed,suspended scaffold atexposure 3 erected not conforming to cd-5.remedy:confirm work to appro
Nov 20, 2019 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Partial swo issued for suspended scaffold pursuant 28-207.2 & posted on premises. work doesn't conform to approved plans. noted: @ time of insp. outrigger beam for suspended scaffold has spice which is contrary
Oct 3, 2017 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec. 3310.10.2 osha & training cards workers on a major bldg are required to have maximum training 10hrs course. note: at time of inspectioni observed workers working w/o a osha training card as required in bc
Dec 2, 2016
Resolve - Class - 1
Ssm on duty. site safety manager is required to be on site at all times unless there is a waiver in place(ccd1). note: at time of inspection i observed workers working w/no site safety manager or quality site
Dec 2, 2016 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Failure to file acceptable amended report indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in nitial local law 11/98 report. remedy: file acceptable amended report.
Nov 7, 2016 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Project information panel/sidewalk shed parapet panel construction sign out provided or not to code. noted: at time of inspection there is no shed parapet that meets code spec. remedy: comply w/code.
Feb 9, 2016 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to take and provide safety measures (sidewalk shed) where req uired to protect and secure public safety from documented unsafe facade as per 1rcny 103-04 facade technical report filed unsafe by pe accar
Dec 19, 2014 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o a permit- expired permit. observed a sidewalk shed has been installed. the permit (#120412035) has been expired on 7/14/11. rem:renew permit.
Jul 25, 2011
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to file a report of compliance with local law 16/84 certifying to the installation of required fire protection systems. file report.
Mar 24, 1999
Resolve - Hazardous
Sidewalk shed does not meet bldg code specifications. no lights (not turned on) underside of shed. remedy: provide required lighting.
Sep 28, 1998 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
46l,35m,xo,64d,57z, #46- change hoist ropes #35-cover electrical wiring in room. x-clean top of car. #64- shorten comp. ropes #57- pump water out of pit.
Jun 14, 1997
Resolve - Non-hazardous
46l,47d, #47-change hoist ropes. #47- shorten governor cable.
Jun 14, 1997
Resolve - Non-hazardous
64d,25d,57z, #64-shorten compensating ropes. #25- secure door operator replace cover. #57- pump water from pit.
Jun 14, 1997
Resolve - Non-hazardous
75u,34d,16m,50y,57o, #75- 5 year test perform & file #34 secure travelingcable in shaft. #16-replace basement interlock so seal machine and clean equipment #57-clean pit
Jun 14, 1997
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to have approved pa plan avalable for inspection remedy provide approve plan for inspection
Dec 4, 1990 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Complaints
- Electric
Power outage
Jun 28, 2022 · Apt 9A
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jun 21, 2022 · Apt 9A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 31, 2019 · Apt 3I
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 28, 2018 · Apt 19D
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 28, 2018 · Apt 19D
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 28, 2018 · Apt 19D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 2, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 22, 2015 · Apt 12B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Sep 22, 2015 · Apt 12B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Aug 23, 2015 · Apt 12B
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Aug 23, 2015 · Apt 12B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 14, 2013 · Apt 22A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 14, 2013 · Apt 22A
Close - General
Windows
May 14, 2013 · Apt 22A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 1, 2013 · Apt 22A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 1, 2013 · Apt 22A
Close - General
Windows
Sep 19, 2012 · Apt 22A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 19, 2012 · Apt 22A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 19, 2012 · Apt 22A
Close - General
Mold
Sep 19, 2012 · Apt 22A
Close - General
Mold
Sep 19, 2012 · Apt 22A
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Sep 19, 2012 · Apt 22A
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Sep 19, 2012 · Apt 22A
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 11, 2012 · Apt 21B
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 11, 2012 · Apt 21B
Close - General
Windows
Jan 11, 2012 · Apt 21B
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 11, 2012 · Apt 21B
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jan 11, 2012 · Apt 21B
Close - Appliance
Air-conditioner
Jan 11, 2012 · Apt 21B
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Nov 5, 2009 · Apt 3A
Close - General
Mold
Nov 5, 2009 · Apt 3A
Close - General
Mold
Nov 5, 2009 · Apt 3A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 21, 2009 · Apt 3A
Close - General
Mold
Jul 21, 2009 · Apt 3A
Close - General
Ceramic-tile
Aug 26, 2008 · Apt 3A
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 26, 2008 · Apt 3A
Close - General
Mold
Aug 26, 2008 · Apt 3A
Close - General
Windows
Aug 26, 2008 · Apt 3A
Close - Electric
Wiring
Aug 26, 2008 · Apt 3A
Close - General
Ceramic-tile
Aug 26, 2008 · Apt 3A
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Aug 26, 2008 · Apt 3A
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 26, 2008 · Apt 3A
Close - General
Mold
Aug 26, 2008 · Apt 3A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 26, 2008 · Apt 3A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 18, 2008 · Apt 3A
Close - General
Ceramic-tile
Jun 18, 2008 · Apt 3A
Close - General
Ceramic-tile
Jun 18, 2008 · Apt 3A
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jun 18, 2008 · Apt 3A
Close - General
Mold
Jun 18, 2008 · Apt 3A
Close - General
Mold
Jun 18, 2008 · Apt 3A
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 17, 2026 | $735,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jul 9, 2026 | $4,250,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Feb 13, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Feb 13, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Oct 8, 2025 | $383,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1927
- Floors
- 29
- Residential units
- 152
- Building area
- 192,543 ft²
- Lot area
- 10,217 ft²
- Zoning
- R10A
- Community board
- 107
- Council district
- 6
- Block / lot
- 1124 / 42
- Assessed value
- $30,207,150
- Landmark / historic district
- Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District
HPD registration #118051, last renewed Aug 27, 2025.
Questions about 12 West 72 Street
Who owns 12 West 72 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Oliver Cromwell Owners INC.
Does 12 West 72 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 25 housing violations at this property.
Is 12 West 72 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 7 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 5% of its 152 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 12 West 72 Street built?
City records list 1927 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 12 West 72 Street?
It has 152 residential units and 153 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.